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Dec 9, 8:07 PM ET
Brain differences may be tied to obesity, kids' study says
New results from the largest long-term study of brain development and children’s health raise provocative questions about obesity and brain function
Dec 9, 8:07 PM ET
Dec 9, 12:50 PM ET
'Weaning parties' could be the next big thing in parenting
They've debuted on the small screen, but will they catch on?
Dec 9, 12:50 PM ET
Dec 7, 6:13 PM ET
Parents magazine highlights the best gear for a baby's 1st year
The breakdown includes the best new strollers, carriers and cribs to get keep babies safe.
Dec 7, 6:13 PM ET
Dec 7, 11:49 AM ET
Kindergartner invites entire class to his adoption hearing in Michigan
Kindergartner invites entire class to his adoption hearing.
Dec 7, 11:49 AM ET
Dec 5, 6:59 PM ET
Momtroversy: How many Christmas presents should you give your kids?
It's a common question this time of year: how many presents is the "right" amount to give your kids?
Dec 5, 6:59 PM ET
Dec 3, 7:58 PM ET
Mom of two says she suffered from 'motherhood imposter syndrome'
In a New York Times Parenting piece, Casey Wilson, a mother of two, opened up about something she calls "motherhood imposter syndrome."
Dec 3, 7:58 PM ET
Dec 2, 2:19 PM ET
Could you suffer from 'motherhood imposter syndrome'?
Actress and comedian Casey Wilson coined the phrase in a recent New York Times article, which brings attention to the issue of moms feeling like they don't measure up.
Dec 2, 2:19 PM ET
Nov 28, 2:36 PM ET
‘Oversharenting’: Grandparents, parents squabble over social media
The popular social media app has become a place for many moms looking for community.
Nov 28, 2:36 PM ET
Nov 28, 8:07 AM ET
Hospital welcomes 12 sets of twins at once setting possible record
There are 12 sets of twins being cared for at the same time at Saint Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
Nov 28, 8:07 AM ET
Nov 20, 9:39 PM ET
3 baby feeding tips from baby expert duo on Instagram
Judy Delaware and Megan McNamee work together on "Feeding Littles" to help parents feed their babies.
Nov 20, 9:39 PM ET
Nov 20, 2:42 PM ET
Parents struggle to recognize depression in teens
A new poll found 40% of parents say they struggle to tell the difference between normal mood swings and signs of depression in their children.
Nov 20, 2:42 PM ET
Nov 20, 2:06 PM ET
Baby experts share tips on how to successfully feed fussy eaters
Megan McNamee and Judy Delaware help struggling parents get their babies with their Instagram account, Feeding Littles.
Nov 20, 2:06 PM ET
Nov 20, 2:26 AM ET
3 tips from baby whisperer Cara Dumaplin to help newborns fall asleep
Cara Dumaplin helps newborn parents reclaim their sleep with her program, "Taking Cara Babies."
Nov 20, 2:26 AM ET
Nov 20, 2:04 AM ET
7 teachers pose with their 8 babies after being pregnant at the same time
Seven of 15 classroom teachers at a Kansas elementary school were pregnant at the same time.
Nov 20, 2:04 AM ET
Nov 19, 1:47 PM ET
Baby whisperer shares 3 tips parents need to help newborns sleep
Baby sleep expert Cara Dumaplin started "Taking Cara Babies" and has become a hit on Instagram with her program to help parents get their newborns to fall asleep.
Nov 19, 1:47 PM ET
Nov 14, 1:42 PM ET
New study says infants and toddlers are consuming too much added sugar
But the amount they are consuming has decreased over the past decade. Dr. Jennifer Ashton breaks it down and tells parents what foods to give their children.
Nov 14, 1:42 PM ET
Nov 13, 8:16 PM ET
Twin sisters give birth on same day
Lauren Kozelichki and Lisa Boyce said they're happy their kids share a birthday too.
Nov 13, 8:16 PM ET
Nov 12, 9:01 PM ET
A magical thing happened when this mom pulled the plug on screen time
Molly DeFrank pulled the plug on screen time.
Nov 12, 9:01 PM ET
Nov 12, 7:57 PM ET
Momtroversy: These moms give their kids unlimited screen time
Some parents don't think limiting screen time is the right parenting approach for them.
Nov 12, 7:57 PM ET
Nov 8, 11:16 PM ET
Woman unexpectedly delivers her own grandchild -- for 2nd time
April McMasters, lovingly known to her three grandkids as "Mum," assisted in the birth of her grandkids.
Nov 8, 11:16 PM ET
Nov 8, 2:48 PM ET
These 20 names are predicted to be the top baby names of 2020
Nameberry has released the predictions for the top 20 baby names of 2020.
Nov 8, 2:48 PM ET
Nov 7, 8:04 PM ET
Nanny Connie's top parenting tips
Help is on the way for these audience members.
Nov 7, 8:04 PM ET
Nov 6, 9:42 PM ET
You are not alone: Women struggling with infertility find 'sisterhood' of support on Instagram
Instagram is creating a community connecting women around infertility.
Nov 6, 9:42 PM ET
Nov 5, 4:34 PM ET
Screen time and kids: New findings parents need to know
New research finds screen use can affect cognitive and language development and more in child development.
Nov 5, 4:34 PM ET
Nov 5, 1:42 PM ET
Screen time and kids: New findings parents need to know
A new study says kids aged 3-5 who had more than an hour of screen time per day without parental involvement had changes to their brains. Dr. Jennifer Ashton.
Nov 5, 1:42 PM ET
Nov 4, 8:04 PM ET
This mom breast pumped during the 2019 New York City Marathon
Molly Waitz did something not many other runners did during the 26.2 miles.
Nov 4, 8:04 PM ET
Nov 4, 7:59 PM ET
Here's the story behind the viral illustration every mom is sharing
An artist's illustration of a mom's unseen work went viral.
Nov 4, 7:59 PM ET
Nov 4, 12:23 PM ET
Parents should not use inclined sleepers, federal agency warns, citing 73 infant deaths since 2005
Federal authorities urged parents not to use inclined sleepers, saying they don't provide a "safe sleep environment."
Nov 4, 12:23 PM ET
Oct 31, 6:27 PM ET
My OB said there's no such thing as prenatal depression, but I had it
A mom of two opens up about her struggle of depression in pregnancy.
Oct 31, 6:27 PM ET
Oct 25, 1:15 PM ET
How social media is affecting the relationship between parents and kids
Parents may take pictures of their kids all the time, but it may affect the kids’ self-esteem when they’re not posted online.
Oct 25, 1:15 PM ET
Oct 24, 9:25 PM ET
Single dad who fostered 30 kids adopts 5 siblings under 5 years old
German was shortly after and Michael was the final adoptee to join Lamont's family, which also included his biological son Anthony and daughter, LaMonica.
Oct 24, 9:25 PM ET
Oct 24, 1:44 PM ET
What parents need to know when a baby chokes
A terrifying moment caught on camera of a child choking on a cracker is a wake-up-call for many parents who may not know what to do.
Oct 24, 1:44 PM ET
Oct 24, 12:53 PM ET
Nanny Connie helps parents tackle picky eaters
The superstar nanny offers tips to parents struggling to get their children to eat.
Oct 24, 12:53 PM ET
Oct 24, 12:19 PM ET
Mom whose 'ghost baby' scare goes viral speaks on her 'silly parenting story'
An Illinois mom was given quite the fright when she thought she saw a “baby ghost” in her son’s crib, but it was all laughs when she discovered what the paranormal activi
Oct 24, 12:19 PM ET
Oct 23, 4:51 PM ET
Momtroversy: Are 'baby prenups' a good idea for expecting parents?
Some parents are drafting written agreements outlining responsibilities prior to the birth of their children.
Oct 23, 4:51 PM ET
Oct 23, 1:24 PM ET
Nanny Connie helps parents tackle sleep training
The nanny to the stars offers tips to parents struggling with getting their kids to sleep through the night.
Oct 23, 1:24 PM ET
Oct 21, 1:46 PM ET
Nanny Connie helps parents tackle temper tantrums
The parenting expert offers tips on how to prevent kids from throwing tantrums and how to stop them once they start.
Oct 21, 1:46 PM ET
Oct 21, 9:49 AM ET
Dad pens viral post to former 'childless self'
Dad pens viral post to former, 'childless self,' saying he's learned a few things about being a supportive partner.
Oct 21, 9:49 AM ET
Oct 18, 1:08 PM ET
Is popular app TikTok is desensitizing kids?
Experts are raising concerns that young children may be exposed to inappropriate content.
Oct 18, 1:08 PM ET
Oct 16, 9:25 AM ET
'Why are we dismissed?': Women open up about being sent home from hospitals in labor
Women discuss how they were sent home from the hospital when in labor, only to give birth a short while after that.
Oct 16, 9:25 AM ET
Oct 11, 9:44 AM ET
Mom claps back at stranger who shamed her for using her phone in Costco
Tracy Bennett was with her sons Elliot, 2, and Isaac, 7 months, on Sept. 27 when she tried to log onto the Costco app rather than continue to wait in line with the kids,
Oct 11, 9:44 AM ET
Oct 4, 7:18 PM ET
Shay Mitchell opens up about pre-partum 'severe depression' at start of pregnancy
Actress Shay Mitchelle discussed having "severe" pre-partum depression at the start of her pregnancy.
Oct 4, 7:18 PM ET
Oct 4, 7:10 PM ET
Busy Philipps says her husband stepping up to do parenting duties averted a divorce
Busy Philipps talked about her husband stepping up to do parenting duties.
Oct 4, 7:10 PM ET
Oct 3, 8:22 PM ET
This Mom's genius snack hack turns kids into healthy eaters
This is one simple snack hack.
Oct 3, 8:22 PM ET
Oct 2, 4:45 PM ET
Husband reminds his wife there's 'no trophy' in parenting in viral post
Husband reminds his wife there's 'no trophy' in parenting in viral Facebook post.
Oct 2, 4:45 PM ET
Oct 1, 5:22 PM ET
Baby can't stop cracking up while learning alphabet with dad
Winston Thomas Moore was filmed by his mom, Kiara, as he practiced learning letters with dad Pedro Moore.
Oct 1, 5:22 PM ET
Sep 28, 11:51 AM ET
How flat-fee maternity care can cut costs
Insurers are bundling physician payments for maternity care into a flat fee.
Sep 28, 11:51 AM ET
Sep 26, 9:30 AM ET
Mom's Facebook post warns others to not kiss babies after her infant contracts RSV
Ariana DiGrigorio of Keansburg, New Jersey, recently took to Facebook where she shared a photo of her son Antonio hooked up to machines in a hospital crib.
Sep 26, 9:30 AM ET
Sep 25, 11:37 AM ET
Real-life 'Bad Moms' redefine what it means to be a good mother
#IMomSoHard stars Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley take "Nightline" inside their sold-out show for moms, and three moms on Long Island talk about their online community and how it’s helped them.
Sep 25, 11:37 AM ET
Sep 23, 10:59 AM ET
Man surprises pregnant wife with motivational messages during two-day labor
One Atlanta man's video of him sharing heartfelt messages of encouragement with his pregnant wife during two days of labor has gone viral.
Sep 23, 10:59 AM ET